Exercise library · Glutes
Lying Glute Stretch
The Lying Glute Stretch is a bodyweight and mat exercise that targets the glutes, with the lower back and hip flexors assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Glutes
- Also works
- Lower back, Hip flexors
- Equipment
- Bodyweight, Mat
- Body part
- Upper legs, Waist
Step by step
- Lie on your back with both knees bent.
- Cross one ankle over the opposite knee in a figure-four position.
- Pull the uncrossed leg toward your chest to stretch the glute of the crossed leg.
- Keep your shoulders relaxed and lower back pressed gently into the mat.
- Hold the stretch for the desired duration.
- Breathe steadily and avoid pulling too aggressively.
- Switch sides and repeat.
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